Roland PDX-8 User Manual

*C5100051-04*
C5100051 07-03-4YG
Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PDX-8.
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Before using the PDX-8, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT
NOTES” (p. 2; p. 3). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the
unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by
your new unit, this owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on
hand as a convenient reference.
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Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in
any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
VERY IMPORTANT!!!
• BEFORE playing the pad, you must tension the head. See Page 4.
• Trigger type and trigger parameters in the sound module must be adjusted.
See Page 5.
• Adjust the Rim Sensitivity in the sound module. See page 5.
Rim Rubber
Hoop
Tuning Bolt
Stand Fixing Screw
Head
Head Sensor
Rim Sensor
Holder
Shell
Output Jack
Contents of the Package
Names of Components
❑ PDX-8 (pad unit)
❑ Connection Cable
❑ Tuning Key
■ Owner’s Manual (this manual)
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Roland PDX-8 Specifications

General

Product type	Snare drum pad
Product color	Black, White
Size (imperial)	8 \
Manual	Yes

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	326 mm
Width	266 mm
Height	62 mm
Weight	1300 g

Summary

Instructions for Prevention

Warning and Caution Notations

Explains the meaning of warning and caution symbols and text used in the manual.

Symbols Explained

Details the meaning of specific safety symbols used to convey important information.

General Usage and Safety Rules

Outlines essential precautions for operating the unit safely and preventing damage.

Important Notes

Adjusting the Head Tension

Head Tension Adjustment Process

Steps and notes for tightening and fine-tuning the drum head tension for proper response.

Attaching the Pad to a Stand

Stand Mounting Instructions

Connecting to a Sound Module

Cable Connection Guide

Trigger Settings for Percussion Sound Module

Recommended Settings for TD-3

Specific trigger type, scan, mask, rim sensitivity, and gain for TD-3 module.

Recommended Settings for TD-6V

Recommended Settings for TD-12/TD-20

TD-12/TD-20 Positional Sensing

Playing Methods

Head Replacement

When to Replace the Head

Replacing the Head Steps